perineal
nounHow many syllables in perineal?
There are 3 syllables in the word perineal.How to pronounce perineal:
Definition of perineal:
- perineal (noun):
- the area between the anus and the posterior part of the external genitalia
- an area between the thighs that marks the approximate lower boundary of the pelvis and is occupied by the urinary and genital ducts and rectum
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Syllable Fun Fact
English compound words often have a primary stress on the first syllable, helping to distinguish them from phrases.
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